C1 online systems

Question 1

cloud storage

Answer 1

a service model that allows users to store and access data on remote servers over the internet

Question 2

The impact and implications on INDIVIDUALS of using cloud storage on

Answer 2

+ file versions are up to date
+synchronisation across all devices
+compatibility, access on a variety of devices
+flexibility and convenient
+meny free cloud storage providers

• relies on stable internet connection
  -uses heavy bandwidth
  -security issues
  -potential hacker threats

Question 3

The impact and implications on ORGANISATIONS of using cloud storage

Answer 3

+storage is scalable
+cloud backups are physically more secure
+multiple locations of data improve redundancies
+reduces physical storage device costs
+availability of access location
+collaboration
-security relies on the supplier as they have access to the data
+requires fast bandwidth and low latency, can be costly

Question 4

Cloud Computing

Answer 4

Cloud computing is the on-demand use of hosted computing resources such as software applications/programs, servers, databases and networking, controlled by a 3rd party provider over the internet.

Question 5

The impact and implications on individuals of using cloud computing

Question 6

The impact and implications on organisations of using cloud computing

Question 7

Cloud Computing SAAS

Answer 7

Software as a Service, A cloud computing model that allows users to access software applications over the internet. the provider manages the software and hardware, and provides the software to customers on a pay-as-you-go basis

Question 8

Cloud Computing IAAS

Answer 8

Infrastructure as a Service, a cloud computing model that provides on-demand access to computing resources like storage, servers, networking, and virtualization

Question 9

Cloud Computing PAAS

Answer 9

Platform as a Service, is a cloud computing model that provides a complete platform for developing, running, and managing applications. Provides a cloud-based environment with everything developers need to build apps, including infrastructure, development tools, operating systems, networking, storage

Question 10

VPNs

Answer 10

-A user uses VPN client software to login to the VPN system
-The VPN server will authenticate the user
-The VPN server creates a secure tunnel across the internet using tunneling protocols
-Data being sent and received through the VPN is also encrypted for security reasons
If a hacker is detected by the VPN, the Tunnel used will collapse and be recreated using another route

Question 11

Remote Desktop

Answer 11

-A user can access and control their work device remotely.
-They will be able to remotely access their work LAN and resources such as printers.
- Can be used to demonstrate software to users remotely.
- Can be used to demonstrate software to users remotely
-compatible with a vpn

Question 12

implications of a Remote desktop

Answer 12

• make a mistake which could result in loss of data
  -add malware or tracking software that could corrupt/steal/delete data
  -Access confidential/personal material
  -access apps such as the camera on the device which would allow them to see/hear the user